Santa Rosa de Copán

Santa Rosa de Copán sits in western Honduras at 1,160 meters (3,800 feet) elevation in a mountain setting. Its historic core features neoclassical architecture, cobblestone streets, and colonial-era buildings that give the town its distinctive character.

The settlement was founded in 1705 when a Spanish captain received land that became known as Los Llanos. A Catholic diocese was established here in 1916, marking a shift in the town's religious importance.

The community takes pride in its tobacco heritage and the skilled craftspeople who maintain production traditions passed down through generations. This work remains central to local life and identity in the region.

The main highway CA-4 connects the town northward and to nearby borders, making road access straightforward. The historic center is best explored on foot since the narrow cobblestone streets are not suited for vehicles.

Local tobacco factories here preserve hand-crafted production methods that differ from mass manufacturing elsewhere. Visitors can observe the details of this specialized craft at regional factories.

Location: Copán Department

Inception: 1802

Elevation above the sea: 1,168 m

Website: http://alcaldiasrc.hn

GPS coordinates: 14.76756,-88.77810

Latest update: December 20, 2025 12:37